A person in Newton, Massachusetts, was shot and critically injured after tackling a pro-Israel demonstrator. The incident occurred during an argument between a small group of demonstrators and the individual who was later shot. The exact nature of the argument is unclear. The suspect, a member of the demonstrating group, was arrested and faces charges of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. The person shot sustained life-threatening injuries and was taken to a hospital. The incident is under investigation, and police are seeking any videos or information related to the shooting. Extra police patrols will be in place at houses of worship in the area in the coming days. The Mayor of Newton has called for patience and calm as investigators work to determine what happened. The city of Newton is located just west of Boston in the Boston metropolitan area.
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